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Support the management, creation, and publishing of content across USGA social channels, including real-time coverage of championships and community engagement. Collaborate with internal teams, monitor trends, organize content assets, and help analyze audience response.
The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game’s best talent through the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and 13 other national championships and our museum; to provide unbiased global governance with The R&A through the playing, equipment and Amateur Status rules; and to advance issues important to golf’s future, with a focus on driving sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. As a nonprofit association, our work and our team are driven to act for the good of the game. The USGA’s headquarters are located in Liberty Corner, NJ, with a recently opened campus in Pinehurst, NC. For more, visit usga.org.
About this role:
The USGA Social Media & Content Intern will work closely with the USGA’s content team to help bring the game, its players and our championships closer to fans across the USGA’s digital and social platforms.
This role will support the day-to-day management of USGA social channels, assist with content creation and publishing, and contribute to social coverage surrounding the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally and other USGA championships. The intern will also help identify emerging social trends, develop platform-native content ideas, support community engagement and assist with reporting and analysis to better understand what resonates with our audiences.
The Social Media & Content Intern will be expected to work a 40-hour work week throughout the internship and will be required to travel to select USGA championships during the season. On-site championship work weeks may exceed 40 hours, with additional hours to include holidays, nights and weekends. Relocation to New Jersey is not required for the position, but local candidates may benefit from additional networking, collaboration and in-person opportunities by working out of USGA Headquarters in Liberty Corner, N.J.
What you'll do:
Support the day-to-day management and publishing of content across USGA social media channels, including Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook and YouTube.
Assist with social media coverage of USGA championships, including the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open Presented by Ally and other national championships.
Help create, capture and edit social-first content, including short-form video, photography, graphics and other platform-native formats.
Work alongside the social media and content team to brainstorm and develop social-first concepts that showcase USGA championships, players, personalities, history and the broader game of golf.
Monitor social media trends, emerging platforms, creator activity and conversations across sports, golf and culture to identify opportunities for the USGA to engage.
Support real-time social publishing during championships, including highlights, player storytelling, behind-the-scenes moments and fan-focused content.
Assist with community management across USGA social channels, helping monitor conversations and identify opportunities to engage with fans, players and the broader golf community.
Support the organization and management of social and digital content assets throughout the championship season.
Collaborate with teams across the USGA, including communications, championships, creative services and partnerships, to support organizational storytelling and key initiatives.
Pay: $18/hour, subject to applicable overtime laws.
Internship Dates: May 2027 – September 2027 (Approximate)
Job Location: Liberty Corner, NJ or remote, including travel to select USGA championships and events throughout the internship.
What you bring:
Strong interest in social media, digital content, sports and storytelling.
Preferred areas of study include communications, marketing, journalism, digital media, sports management or a related field.
Strong understanding of major social platforms, particularly Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook and YouTube, and how audiences and content differ across each.
Familiarity with current social media trends, creators, formats and internet culture.
Strong writing and communication skills with an ability to adapt voice and tone for different platforms and audiences.
An eye for compelling social content. Basic experience with content creation and editing tools is preferred.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment and able to meet ongoing and sometimes quick-turn deadlines.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Curiosity, creativity and a willingness to bring new ideas to the table.
Ability to work nights, weekends and travel as needed during the internship.
Must have a familiarity with golf.
What the USGA brings:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
The USGA is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization believes we are stronger by embracing our diverse backgrounds and perspectives, promoting equity so all teammates can excel and grow in their careers, and fostering experiences to drive inclusion in our workplace and game. Golf is a game for everyone, and you are always welcome.
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